Jenny Yoo files suit against David's Bridal

Bridal designer Jenny Yoo filed a lawsuit late last week against David’s Bridal, in connection with the alleged copying of her design patent and trade dress protected bridesmaid dresses, according to an exclusive story reported by TheFashionLaw.com.

The specific maids at issue: the “Aiden” and “Annabelle” convertible bridesmaid dresses, which are covered by design patent protection, pending utility patent protection, and both trademark and trade dress protection.

The suit was filed in the Southern District of New York, a federal court in Manhattan.

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